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Amtrak operates over 300 trains each day across 46 states. | Photo by Marc Glucksman via Amtrak
ICYMI, air travel has been... well, turbulent lately.
If you’re traveling for the holidays, why not take the train instead? Here’s everything you need to know about hopping on Amtrak.
Meet the Cardinal
If you’re leaving from the downtown station, you’ll be riding on the Cardinal route. This train travels three times a week between New York and Chicago with 36 stops along the scenic way.
Wi-Fi | The Cardinal has free Wi-Fi, and you’re allowed to use your phone the entire ride.
Food + drink | This train offers cafe service, plus free hot meals for sleeper car passengers.
Accommodations | The Cardinal features Viewliner sleeper cars with private roomettes and bedrooms. Pro tip: Book sleeper cars well in advance, as they fill up quickly.
Amtrak bedrooms can easily accommodate small families for a comfortable, private travel experience.
If you are traveling through IND this holiday season, keep an eye out for newly added exhibit “The Tuskegee Airmen: America’s Freedom Flyers.” Pieces throughout the airport honoring the legacy of the airmen will be on view through March 26. (WTHR)
Concert
Did you miss Train while you were lookin’ for yourself out there? Then we have good news: The band is bringing its “Drops of Jupiter: 25 Years in the Atmosphere Tour” to Ruoff Music Center on Saturday, Aug. 1. Tickets go on sale today, Nov. 14 at 10 a.m. (WTHR)
Feel Good
If you didn’t enjoy the snow this week, meet someone who did: The Indianapolis Zoo’s red panda, Randall.
Try This
I’m dreaming of a White Christmas... exhibit. The Great American Songbook Foundation will host a free exhibit with artifacts from the 1954 film. Visit between Monday, Dec. 1 and Saturday, Dec. 20 to see Irving Berlin’s custom-built transposing piano, original costumes, Bing Crosby’s hat, and more. (WISH)
Holiday
Celebrate the season at St. Nick’s Lodge at Harry & Izzy’s Northside. This cozy, adults-only escape offers festive cocktails and nostalgic cheer, November 28-December 21, Thursday to Sunday. Sip on bright, sparkling drinks or warm up with spiced creations to add some winter magic to your evening.*
Seasonal
Experience The Ultimate Country Christmas at Lark Ranch Greenfield starting December 5. Enjoy a train ride through twinkling lights, a live nativity, carousel, Santa photos, and more. Our advice? Grab tickets early and make this your new family tradition.*
Ranked
According to USDA data, Indiana is the No. 3 turkey-producing state, raising ~20 million birds in 2024. Can you guess which stategobbled up the competition?
Sports
Indiana football is hosting one of the nation’s best recruits this weekend. Find out who with Locked On.
Try This
Coffee bar crawl, anyone? Use our guide to local coffee shops to track down the best seasonal sips in Indy. If you love using our guides to explore the city, consider supporting us directly — think of it like buying us a coffee.
Featured Deal
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Shop
If you’re a Costco shopper, you know about the $1.50 hot dog. But are you in on these other 10 lesser-known hacks all Costco shoppers should know about?*
Wellness
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Post of the Day
Catch the museum’s newest exhibit before it speeds off in June. | Photo by @imsmuseum
Where would we be without pace cars? Show the iconic vehicles some love by stopping by the IMS Museum’s new exhibit, opening today, Nov. 14.
As temperatures continue to fall, we’re leaning into our cold-weather essentials. Here are three we absolutely swear by:
👖 Really good fleece-lined leggings with pockets. The thermal lining delivers extra warmth without compromising on stretch and breathability.
🛌 A top-rated long sleeve pj set for maximum comfort and coziness during fall and winter nights.
✋ A pair of rechargeable handwarmers with three temperature settings and up to 36 hours of battery life. Bonus: They include a portable charging case for power on the go.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
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